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(8) “Germicide” is a chemical agent that can be used to disinfect items and surfaces based on the level of contamination.
(9) "Sterilization" is a validated process used to render a product free of all forms of viable microorganisms.
(10) “Cleaning” is the removal of visible soil (e.g., organic and inorganic material) debris and OPIM from objects and surfaces and shall be accomplished manually or mechanically using water with detergents or enzymatic products.
(11) "Personal Protective Equipment" (PPE) is specialized clothing or equipment worn or used for protection against a hazard. PPE items may include, but are not limited to, gloves, masks, respiratory devices, protective eyewear and protective attire which are intended to prevent exposure to blood, body fluids and OPIM, and chemicals used for infection control. General work attire such as uniforms, scrubs, pants and shirts, are not considered to be PPE.
(12) "Other Potentially Infectious Materials" (OPIM) means any one of the following:
(A) Human body fluids such as saliva in dental procedures and any body fluid that is visibly contaminated with blood, and all body fluids in situations where it is difficult or impossible to differentiate between body fluids;
(B) Any unfixed tissue or organ (other than intact skin) from a human (living or dead);
(C) Any of the following, if known or reasonably likely to contain or be infected with HIV, HBV, or HCV:
(i) Cell, tissue, or organ cultures from humans or experimental animals; (ii) Blood, organs, or other tissues from experimental animals; or
(iii) Culture medium or other solutions.
(13) “Dental Healthcare Personnel” (DHCP) are all paid and non-paid personnel in the dental health-care setting who might be occupationally exposed to infectious materials, including body substances and contaminated supplies, equipment, environmental surfaces, water, or air. DHCP includes dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental laboratory technicians (in-office and commercial), students and trainees, contractual personnel, and other persons not directly involved in patient care but potentially exposed to infectious agents (e.g., administrative, clerical, housekeeping, maintenance, or volunteer personnel).
(b) All DHCP shall comply with infection control precautions and enforce the following minimum precautions to minimize the transmission of pathogens in health care settings mandated by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA).
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